Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 25/09/1972 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
Latest News about Gaurav Arya
15/06/2025
Major Gaurav Arya was featured in a news segment discussing the future of Afghanistan and India's relations with the country, highlighting his expertise in defense strategy and geopolitics. The segment, aired on Republic Bharat, showcased his analysis of regional security dynamics and India's strategic interests in Central Asia.
20/03/2025
Major Gaurav Arya launched a new episode of 'The Chanakya Dialogues' conclave, focusing on national security challenges and foreign policy shifts. The event, held in New Delhi, featured prominent experts and policymakers discussing contemporary geopolitical issues, reinforcing Arya's role as a key voice in Indian defense journalism.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Major Gaurav Arya (Retd) |
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| Alias | Major Gaurav Arya |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | IPS officer (1960 batch, Madhya Pradesh cadre) |
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Career
| Summary | Gaurav Arya had a brief stint of six years in the Indian Army, retiring as a Major in 1999 due to medical reasons. He then ventured into the corporate world, holding administrative positions at companies including HCL, Hutch (now Vodafone), Wipro, Ernst & Young, Spice Retail Ltd, Sterea Infratech Ltd, and Smart Group. Since 2017, he serves as the Senior Consulting Editor of Strategic Affairs at Republic Media Network, hosting shows like 'Patriot' and 'Blitzkrieg' on Republic TV. He is also a public speaker, writer, and founder of 'Chanakya Forum', a digital magazine on geopolitics. |
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| Current Role | Senior Consulting Editor of Strategic Affairs, Republic Media Network |
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Favourites
| Film | Hollywood - Lawrence of Arabia (1962) & Saving Private Ryan (1998) |
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/major-gaurav-arya-retd-7a323399 | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@DefensiveOffence |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Gaurav Arya serves as a writer, public speaker, and senior consulting editor of strategic affairs at Republic Media Network. | |
| 2. After working as a Major in the Indian Army, he retired in 1999 due to medical reasons. | |
| 3. He has an MBA in Marketing & Sales and has held administrative roles in major corporations. | |
| 4. His article 'Open Letter To Burhan Wani' brought attention to issues faced by Kashmiri youth. | |
| 5. Since 2017, Gaurav Arya hosts shows like Patriot and Blitzkrieg on Republic TV Network. | |
| 6. He is an accomplished public speaker, having presented at Oxford University and the British Parliament. | |
| 7. Gaurav Arya manages the YouTube channel Defensive Offence, which focuses on defense and geopolitics. | |
| 8. He was commissioned into the 17 Kumaon Regiment on 05/03/1994 after joining the Officers Training Academy in 1993. | |
| 9. He served in postings including Suratgarh, Gurdaspur, and Jammu and Kashmir. | |
| 10. He is the founder of Chanakya Forum, a digital magazine on geopolitics, national security, and foreign affairs. | |
| 11. He hosts The Chanakya Dialogues conclave. |